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Q. I have a 3-year-old artichoke plant. It’s grown tremendously this year! Can you advise me if I need to trim/thin it before spring to promote an abundance of artichokes?
Your artichoke is truly impressive! Since it’s 3 years old, it’s ready to divide. You’ll probably get a nice crop this summer, so wait until the cooler fall weather arrives to trim and divide it. Trimming should be done every year to improve productivity. Don’t be shy, either! Artichokes should be trimmed back to only a few inches above ground level. If the plant has gotten big , cut away/dig out the outer, younger portions of the plant and replant or give away.
Artichokes can be grown in zones 3-11 and are perennials in zones 7-11. They like mild winters and cooler summers, so they may need a protected spot if your conditions are a bit harsher. They need full sun, good drainage, and regular watering. Artichokes that die during the winter have most likely been subject to root rot caused by poor drainage.
Avoid starting artichokes from seed, since there’s tremendous variability in quality. Even seeds collected from a quality plant may not produce quality chokes. Buy a plant from a nursery or find someone who has an overgrown plant and take some of their divisions.
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